Socorro County, NM – A New Mexico man was arrested Saturday in Socorro County on child abuse and multiple reckless driving charges after allegedly speeding at 119 mph on Interstate 25 with children in the vehicle.
According to New Mexico State Police, the incident occurred Saturday, June 14, when a trooper observed a white Ford SUV traveling northbound on I-25 at 119 mph in a 75 mph zone. The officer, traveling southbound, made a U-turn and activated emergency lights before pursuing the SUV for nearly 13 miles before it came to a stop.
Police identified the driver as 44-year-old Eric Tercero. During the traffic stop, the officer discovered children inside the vehicle, prompting additional charges. Due to Tercero’s alleged excessive speed and reckless driving, he was arrested and booked into the Socorro County Detention Center.
Tercero faces multiple charges, including child abuse, reckless driving, speeding more than 36 mph over the limit, following too closely, overtaking a vehicle on the right, failure to yield the right of way, failure to maintain lane, and improper turning and signaling.
New Mexico State Police emphasized their commitment to proactive enforcement and road safety following the arrest.
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